1956 Ford Popular vs. 1970 Moretti 850

To start off, 1970 Moretti 850 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Ford Popular is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Moretti 850 (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1956 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Moretti 850 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Popular weights approximately 35 kg more than 1970 Moretti 850.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1956 Ford Popular (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Moretti 850. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Popular will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Moretti 850.

Compare all specifications:

1956 Ford Popular 1970 Moretti 850
Make Ford Moretti
Model Popular 850
Year Released 1956 1970
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1172 cc 767 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 26 HP 36 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 63 Nm 55 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 735 kg 700 kg
Vehicle Length 3880 mm 3640 mm
Vehicle Width 1440 mm 1530 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2040 mm


 

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